Description

Rich, fudgy brownies with a deep chocolate base and a creamy peanut butter swirl, made with simple pantry ingredients and naturally sweetened for a wholesome yet indulgent dessert.

Ingredients

1/2 cup peanut butter (natural or regular, smooth or crunchy)

1/2 cup applesauce

1/2 cup maple syrup or honey

2 tsp pure vanilla extract

1/2 cup cocoa powder

1/4 tsp salt

1/2 tsp baking soda

1/2 cup oat flour

1/2 cup chocolate chips

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
In a medium bowl, whisk together peanut butter, applesauce, maple syrup (or honey), and vanilla until smooth.
Add cocoa powder, salt, baking soda, and oat flour; stir until fully combined.
Fold in chocolate chips evenly.
Spread batter into prepared pan. Optional: dollop extra peanut butter on top and swirl with a knife.
Bake for 20–25 minutes, until the center is just set and a toothpick comes out with moist crumbs.
Cool completely in the pan, then refrigerate for about 1 hour before slicing for best texture.

Notes

Use maple syrup and dairy-free chocolate chips to keep the recipe vegan.

Raw cacao powder can replace cocoa powder for a deeper flavor.

Add chopped peanuts or walnuts for extra crunch.

Brownies store well refrigerated for up to 5 days or frozen for 2 months.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 brownie
Calories: 160
Sugar: 12g
Sodium: 95mg
Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Unsaturated Fat: 5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 20g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 0mg